Glass Cottage
Recently Added • Documentary, 22-Jan-2023
In the heart of an Icelandic lava desert lies a 24 square metre cottage made of glass. Here, travelers from all over the globe sleep under the spectacular Northern Lights in secluded comfort. Built for the adventurous at heart and those yearning for an escape from the city, owner Ari spent 18 months searching for a design that could withstand extreme elements - such as icy winds gusting up to 180km per hour.
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